THINLINE TRADITION: YAMAHA APX3 ACOUSTIC/ELECTRIC

—Lower-Cost Model Features Laminate Spruce Top, Competitive Pricing—

BUENA PARK, CA (September 12, 2003)—Since its introduction, the guitars of Yamaha’s APX Series have become the instruments of choice for many performers, and have garnered a reputation as one of the world’s most admired performance acoustic/electric guitars. Guitarists cite the fast neck, smooth action, high-tech electronics, sleek, characteristic thinline body design and incredible tone as favorite features. Yamaha Guitars expands the popular APX line with the introduction of the APX3 acoustic/electric guitar.

Premium Sound, Budget Price: APX3

The APX3 represents a lower-cost version of the Yamaha APX5A, with a laminate (as opposed to solid) Spruce top. Other features include a Nato neck, Rosewood fingerboard with 24 frets, Rosewood bridge, Nato back and sides, black multi-body bindings and diecast chrome tuners. Electronics include a System 46 preamp with a piezo pickup. Available finishes include Black, Natural, Sandburst and Translucent Blue.

“The APX3 is designed for the player who wants the playability and sound of the APX, but may not have the budget for the more ‘premium’ instruments in the line,” states Joseph Brasler, marketing manager, Yamaha Guitars.

The APX3 is currently available, and includes the Yamaha Limited Lifetime Warranty.

“Although the APX3 offers a competitive price point, it doesn’t ‘cut corners’ on features or quality,” adds Brasler. “It would make a great first or second instrument for either the professional musician or the casual player.”

For more information on the APX3 acoustic/electric guitar, write Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio & Combo Division, Guitar Products, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; or visit www.yamaha.com.